US Bridges

Tok Cutoff over Indian River

Good

County 066, Alaska · Mile Point 43.1 · Structure no. 0651

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
163 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
260
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Tok Cutoff over Indian River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Tok Cutoff over Indian River in County 066, Alaska. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, older than the Alaska average of 35.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 260 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 340 by 2039. The structure is 163 ft (49.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesTok Cutoff
CrossesIndian River
LocationMile Point 43.1
RouteInterstate 0A13
StateAlaska
Coordinates62.6662, -144.4265
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length163 ft (49.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic260 (2020)
Projected traffic340 by 2039
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Tok Cutoff over Indian River built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tok Cutoff over Indian River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Tok Cutoff over Indian River carry?

About 260 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is Tok Cutoff over Indian River?

The structure is 163 ft (49.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Tok Cutoff over Indian River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.